Good Day
Dubuque
Friday, March 20th, 2026
Good morning, Dubuque. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Crews are busy at Comiskey Park this week removing old basketball and tennis courts as Phase 2 of the Re-Imagine Comiskey project begins. New basketball courts, shaded picnic areas and paved walkways will improve the park by the end of September. KWWL
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Nearly 100 Dubuque fifth graders attended a Trades Day event sponsored by the Dubuque Black Men Coalition, exploring electrical work, manufacturing and welding. Student Lilly White said the experience broadened her outlook while RB Electric owner Richard Biechler emphasized a strong local need for skilled trades. KCRG
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Prairie chickens once thrived in Iowa, but now the rare birds are closely monitored by the DNR; residents are urged to report sightings along fields, gravel roads, and prairie edges by calling (515-230-6599) or emailing ([email protected]). WJOD
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Spring allergies are increasing as tree pollen rises from March through May. Dr. Adrian Letz at UnityPoint Clinic advises using over‐the‐counter antihistamines, showering after outdoor time, and air filters to ease symptoms as warmer weather boosts pollen levels. KWWL
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Iowa coach Jan Jensen was named a semifinalist for the Werner Ladder Naismith Women's College Coach of the Year award after leading the Hawkeyes to a 26-6 record; her team will host FDU at 3 p.m. Saturday in Carver-Hawkeye Arena. KCRG
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Glenn Leonard's Temptations Revue
7-10 p.m. — Q Casino + Resort — Discounted tickets available for students and healthcare workers — Experience classic Motown hits performed live.
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Sourdough Bread Making Workshop
2-8 p.m. — Peosta Community Centre — Cost info not specified — Participate in a hands-on workshop to master the art of sourdough bread making.
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In-Person Author Event with Diane Wilson
6:30-8 p.m. — Carnegie-Stout Public Library — Free entry — Engage with acclaimed author Diane Wilson as she discusses Indigenous resilience and ecological stewardship.
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Paint Party at Goose & Giggles
6-8 p.m. — Goose & Giggles Play Cafe — 1 drink included — Enjoy a fun step-by-step painting tutorial on a 16x20 canvas.
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Puzzle Palooza Competition and Fundraiser
10 a.m.-12 p.m. — Dubuque County Library - Asbury Branch — $60 per team of 4 — Compete to complete a 500-piece puzzle and support the library with friends.
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Dubuque Artifact Show
8 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Dubuque County Fairgrounds & Event Center — Admission details not specified — Discover fascinating artifacts and connect with local history enthusiasts.
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Financial Literacy 101 — She Unites
6:30-7:30 p.m. — The Innovation Lab — Free entry — Learn about the essentials of achieving financial freedom through savings, assets, and wealth transfer.
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